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Southern Catfish Stew

Source of Recipe


From "A Gracious Plenty" by John T. Edge






List of Ingredients



• 1 pound catfish fillets
  
• 3 slices bacon, chopped
  
• 1 cup chopped onion
  
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  
• 1 (28-ounce) can tomatoes
  
• 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
  
• 1 cup water
  
• 1/4 cup catsup
  
• 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  
• 1 tsp salt
  
• 1/2 tsp pepper
  
• 1/2 tsp thyme
  
• .
  
• Cornbread, for serving
  






Instructions



1. Wash the catfish fillets and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.
   
   
2. Fry the bacon for 2 to 3 minutes in a large heavy saucepan. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until tender. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. Cook, covered, for 30 minutes.
   
   
3. Add the fish and cook for another 20 minutes. Correct the seasonings, if necessary, and serve hot with cornbread.
   
   Serves 6